Non-Accidental Trauma in Children Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common non-accidental trauma in children?
A
Cutaneous injury
2
Q
How much of non-accidental trauma in children are associated with fractures?
A
30%
3
Q
What NAI is so called bucket handle fracture or corner fracture and is present in up to 39-50% of abused infants < 18 months?
A
Metaphyseal fracture
4
Q
What part of a fracture rib(s) is suspected of NAI?
A
posterior rib
5
Q
What is the syndrome called when a serious brain injury resulting from forcefully shaking an infant or toddler?
A
Shaken baby syndrome
6
Q
Who is at the highest risk for shaken baby syndrome?
A
<1 year old boys
7
Q
How do you differentiate osteogenesis imperfecta from NAI?
A
Presence of osteopenia
